Fabricator

NOV; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

Structured training and ongoing professional development

Safe, supportive, and collaborative working environment

Job summary

NOV in Plymouth is hiring a Fabricator to support the production of high-quality composite components. This role provides an opportunity for those starting their career in composite manufacturing or looking to advance their existing skills.

As a Fabricator, you will be involved in preparing materials, carrying out fabrication activities, and ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards. NOV values innovation and teamwork, offering training and development opportunities for employees to thrive.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in composite fabrication is preferred, emphasizing lamination and vacuum infusion.
• Sound understanding of composite materials, resins, and reinforcements.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare moulds and materials in line with process requirements.
• Carry out composite fabrication activities including hand lay-up and wet lamination.
• Assemble composite components according to engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Maintain strict adherence to health, safety, environmental, and quality management systems.

Skills

Composite fabrication

Lamination

Vacuum infusion

Hand tools

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Tools

Trimming tools

Measuring equipment

Job description

Job Description

About the Role: NOV Plymouth is seeking a Fabricator to join our manufacturing team, supporting the production of high‑quality composite components using advanced lamination, vacuum infusion, and composite fabrication processes. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to start their career in composite manufacturing or further develop existing fabrication skills within a structured, safety‑focused environment.

About The Company

NOV is a global leader in engineering and technology solutions, delivering innovative products and services that support customers across a wide range of industries. Through a commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement, NOV provides employees with opportunities to develop their careers while contributing to meaningful and technically challenging projects. Every day, the oil and gas industry’s best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to develop specialist composite fabrication skills
• Structured training and ongoing professional development
• Safe, supportive, and collaborative working environment
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing processes and technologies
• Career progression opportunities within a global organisation
• Participation in continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare moulds, materials, and consumables in line with process requirements.
• Carry out composite fabrication activities including hand lay‑up, wet lamination, and vacuum infusion.
• Use a range of hand tools and basic power tools safely and effectively to trim, drill, fit, and finish components.
• Assemble composite components and sub‑assemblies in accordance with engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Prepare composite surfaces for painting or coating, including sanding, filling, masking, and cleaning to specified standards.
• Ensure production targets are achieved without compromising quality or safety.
• Maintain strict adherence to health, safety, environmental, and quality management systems.
• Identify and minimise material waste through efficient working practices.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and controlled manufacturing environment.
• Accurately record work completed to ensure full traceability and compliance with quality requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the fabrication process.

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous experience in composite fabrication is preferred, with a strong emphasis on lamination and vacuum infusion.
• Sound understanding of composite materials, resins, reinforcements, and consumables.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, laminate schedules, and technical documentation.
• Competent in the use of hand tools, trimming tools, and measuring equipment.
• Experience working to tight tolerances and high‑quality workmanship standards.
• Familiarity with controlled manufacturing environments and quality systems.
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving abilities.
• Good time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively in a production environment.
• Strong commitment to maintaining safe working practices and quality standards.

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned tasks.
• Effective team player who collaborates well with colleagues across the manufacturing team.
• Professional and proactive approach to work.
• Willingness to share knowledge and promote best practices.
• Positive attitude towards learning, development, and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us

At NOV, you’ll be part of a global organisation that values innovation, safety, quality, and teamwork. We invest in our people by providing training, development opportunities, and the chance to work on complex engineering projects that make a real impact. Whether you are beginning your career or looking to build on existing experience, NOV offers an environment where you can grow, contribute, and succeed.